During the season, reports from Belgium claimed Newcastle were ‘very close’ in reaching an agreement in personal terms with Bakayoko. VoetbalKrant reported that ‘very positive’ talks took place between Bakayoko’s representatives and Newcastle over a potential transfer in December 2024, with the player keen to join.

Newcastle United forward Alexander Isak has reportedly made his feelings clear as the Magpies look to stave off interest from Liverpool for the Sweden international.

Newcastle United and Liverpool are reportedly interested in signing Hugo Ekitiké, who could leave Eintracht Frankfurt this summer. Paris Saint-Germain, his former club, stands to gain from the

Following claims from Sky Sports in Germany that Liverpool would be ready to outbid Newcastle for Ekitike, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has provided a major update on the situation. Playing down claims Newcastle are in advanced talks over the signing of Ekitike, Romano has reported that the deal is considered ‘off’ at the moment.

Newcastle have thrown in the towel on their striker masterplan after Liverpool struck an agreement on personal terms and submitted an official bid, per reports.